semisoft

Thân thiện

The baker slices a semisoft cheese for the sandwich.

Definition

Adjective: Somewhat soft; having a texture or consistency that is partially soft but not completely yielding.

Usage

This adjective describes an object or material that is moderately soft, falling between hard and very soft. It is often used for food items (like cheeses), materials, or substances that have a degree of give or pliability without being mushy or liquid.

Examples

• The semisoft cheese was perfect for slicing on the crackers.
• The pillow was filled with a semisoft foam that provided good support.
• After being left out, the butter became semisoft and easy to spread.

Advanced Usage

• Technical/Descriptive Use: The term can be used in more technical or descriptive writing to precisely categorize textures, especially in food science, materials engineering, or product descriptions.
  • The new polymer has a semisoft durometer rating, making it ideal for gaskets.

Variants and Related Words

• Semi-soft (adj): A common hyphenated variant with the same meaning.
  • She prefers semi-soft cheeses like Havarti.

Synonyms

• Yielding: Suggesting a material that gives way under pressure.
• Pliable: Capable of being bent or flexed.
• Supple: Flexible and easy to bend (often for leather, skin, or materials).

Antonyms

• Hard
• Firm
• Rigid

Học thuật

Adjective

1. somewhat soft

Từ đồng nghĩa

• softish